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Estimating Manager - Civil Contractor

Construction > Estimating & Cost Planning
Type
Permanent
Location(s)
Gold Coast
  • Great opportunity with a growing tier 2 civil company
  • Extensive project pipeline in subdivisions, civil, transport infrastructure, mining & resources etc.
  • Excellent company culture and progression opportunities
Working for growth orientated company with exceptional culture and values pricing jobs from circa $20m to $100m+

A market leading Civil contractor with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects, our client is now seeking an experienced an Estimating Manager to join their growing business in the Gold Coast.
  
They are looking for an Estimating Manager to join an expanding team. In this senior role, you will lead the estimating department through the entire bid process, playing a pivotal role in securing new projects and driving the company’s continued success. Candidates will need to be detail orientated, have exceptional leadership skills and the ability to mentor a talented team in a growing business.
  
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
  • Lead and mentor the estimating team, ensuring optimal performance and continuous development
  • Review tender opportunities, provide recommendations for bid decisions, and lead the entire estimating process
  • Collaborate with the Commercial and Pre-Contracts teams to assess risks and develop tender strategies
  • Represent the company in joint venture bids, overseeing bid teams, governance, and risk workshops
  • Support bid teams with innovative solutions, ensuring accuracy and completeness of tenders
  • Participate in client meetings, pre-tender briefings, and post-tender negotiations, including occasional travel
  • Oversee handover meetings for successful tenders, ensuring all key details are transferred to the construction team
  • Contribute to business development efforts, including attending industry events and providing insights to senior leadership
  
Qualifications and Requirements:
  • Extensive experience in estimating, particularly in urban development projects 
  • Proficiency in bulk earthworks, roadworks, and pipeline methodologies
  • Strong background in first principles estimating or forecasting
  • Proven leadership abilities, with a focus on mentoring and developing teams
  • Strong commercial acumen and experience in assessing and managing project risks
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to represent the company in client meetings and workshops
  • In-depth knowledge of tendering processes, contracts, and pricing methodologies
  • Ability to innovate and contribute to best practices in estimating
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes
  
This is a permanent full time position providing a great opportunity to work with a successful and growing organisation who offer challenging work and the potential for career progression.
If you have the skills and experience that we are looking for, click “Apply” to submit your resume or contact Jacob Montague-day via email on Jacob.montague-day@amida-recruit.com.au or 0406 849 202 or Sam Barnes via email on sam.barnes@amida-recruit.com or 0429 306 688 for further information.

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